Hardening of the arteries or Arteriosclerosis occurs when vessels become rigid and thick. Arteries are damaged – through the aging process – or because of a metabolic disorder, where of the body fails to maintain integrity; substances such as calcium, proteins, lipids are deposited slowly throughout the circulatory system. Over time this disorder is often life threatening, however, the good news is that Atherosclerosis is preventable and treatable.

“Hardening of the heart ages people more quickly than hardening of the arteries”

How Can Marijuana Help in Atherosclerosis and Heart Disease?

Cannabinoid receptors throughout the cardiovascular system play a major role in the regulation of heart function and circulation. Both the body’s own Cannabinoids and Hemp Cannabinoids are now known to be major regulators of circulatory and immune-inflammation system functions. Since inflammation is a large aspect of atherosclerosis, researchers have suggested that cannabinoids of Marijuana can counter the progression of this disease.

Doctors Speak: How Medical Cannabis can Treat Atherosclerosis Conditions and Symptoms“Low doses of oral THC inhibit progression of atherosclerosis in mice. 1 mg/kg daily dose of THC elicited the most beneficial response, which is much lower than the amount of THC that causes psychoactive effects. THC acts to decrease the inflammatory response of the immune system, providing further support for its anti-inflammatory role in heart disease.” – Dr. Steffens (paraphrase)

“Animal and Human studies have shown that Marijuana activation of CB2 receptors can reduce a number of endothelial-related problems (circulatory issues) – like high glucose diets like fat buildup”

“Cannabinoids affect blood vessels by causing them to relax and widen. Cannabidiol has been shown to be effective in protecting endothelial function and integrity in human coronary artery endothelial cells.” – Dr. Saoirse O’Sullivan

“CBD could be used for treating symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis and other autoimmune diseases, diabetes, nausea, bowel disorders, and many other hard-to-control side effects.”